This isn’t just any competition—it’s a high-energy, adrenaline-pumping showdown where 64 student entrepreneurs across Canada go head-to-head to showcase their brilliance for the title of the nation’s top innovator. It’s your chance to shine as you battle it out for glory, with each round bringing you one step closer to victory with a grand prize of $10,000! Learn more and apply by Jan. 31

The Rice Business Plan Competition offers student startups a chance to pitch their ventures for funding, mentorship, and global exposure. Compete for invaluable connections, feedback, and investor access at the world’s largest student startup competition. Learn more and apply by Jan. 27

The Biotech Innovators Award provides one year of free-lab space at SpinUp, funded by AbbVie Canada, and access to core facilities and services, including membership to the SpinUp community of scientists, technologists and entrepreneurs. Learn more and apply by Jan. 17

Working on a startup in health, wellness startups and sports ? Check out Orlando Magic Venture Challenge. This is for global early-stage startup sin sports, health and wellness startups. Individual funding ranges from $50,000 to $200,000 for qualified startups. Deadline: March 5 Learn more. 

Calling BC tech entrepreneurs and startups 🚀 The @New Ventures BC Competition, presented by Innovate BC, is back for its 25th anniversary! 🏆 Compete to access over $250K in cash and prizes while showcasing your innovative ideas, receiving mentorship, education, networking opportunities, and valuable feedback from esteemed judges and investors. 👩🏻‍💻...

Got an innovative ide? Win $30,000 in cash at Uniting The Prairies 🔥 This is your chance to apply for the Prize of the Prairies, a pitch competition showcasing the best Prairie tech startups live at UP25! Gain build onnections and win non-dilutive funding. Apply now

CanExport SMEs is a Canadian government funding program designed to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) expand into new international markets by covering up to 50% of eligible export-related expenses, with grants up to $50,000. The 2025 intake is open until May 31, 2025, for projects occurring between April 1, 2025, and March 31, 2026 Check out the full details here.

Working an innovative solution? Check out the First-Look Pitch Competition $25,000 for GTA startups. Deadline: Deadline May 30, 2025, 12:00 AM Apply here. 

The Next Big AIdea is HubSpot’s competition offering $50K cash + $25K AWS credits to one winning AI startup. Applications close July 25 and require just a 60-second video explaining your AI solution. The winner also gets massive media exposure across HubSpot’s network and center stage at INBOUND 2025. Learn more and apply by July 25

ventureLAB’s HardTech Pitch Competition is still accepting applications until August 4, from startups building next-gen hardware in cleantech, automobility, MedTech, AI, or advanced communications. Last year’s second-place winner, Kimia Analytics, used the platform to gain visibility, pitch to top investors, and win cash prizes. Now it’s your turn, compete for a share of $50,000, pitch li...

Meridian Credit Union is once again shining a spotlight on Ontario’s most inspiring small businesses. Now in its fifth year, the Small Business Big Impact Awards will distribute $200,000 to recognize companies making a real difference in their communities. This year’s expanded program includes 15 awards of $10,000 and the coveted $50,000 Ontario Votes Award, celebrating businesses that lead thr...

The Prize of the Prairies is returning as part of UP25, giving early-stage startups across Western Canada the chance to pitch their companies live in front of leading founders, investors, and members of the region’s tech ecosystem. The competition invites ambitious startups to apply for the opportunity to present on stage during the event, where selected finalists will showcase their ideas and ...

The LLC Pitch Competition returns with an expanded platform aimed at empowering women entrepreneurs. Built for founders entering their next stage of growth, the program provides up to $15,000 in cash awards and a valuable opportunity to present to a community of accomplished women leaders, operators, and decision-makers. Learn More